Amazing selection - tons of treasures! Reasonable value books and so many cool finds. Owner is…read moresuper friendly and the complimentary espresso was such a treat!

Open since 2010, this is definitely an eclectic and messy bookstore, but it's extremely enjoyable…read moreto peruse the selection and interact with a friendly staff. Inside is not as organized as many other bookstores and can be a bit challenging to find what you are looking for, but they do have a really interesting selection of choices. They don't have a dedicated parking lot, but it's easy to find street parking on the street behind or next to the shop. Pricing is very fair from what I saw, but I was unable to find any of the titles that I was looking for. They do have a mixture of used and new books, but if you're looking for a new book, you may have a bit of a challenge; however there are a ton of great used options. I would recommend to any bibliophile.

Pulp Fiction has always offered a decent selection of new and old comics, and I absolutely loved…read moretheir previous location. That being said...I'm not a fan of their new location. I went down there on a Sunday afternoon a few weeks ago, and right in front was a homeless man and a pile of what was very likely human shit smeared on the sidewalk lol. Now, I know this isn't necessarily a fault of the comic shop itself, and I do sympathize for the city's unhoused population, but having that being my first impression of their new location was kind of jarring. Never encountered this issue at the old location. I do plan to visit again though, and maybe next time can have a more pleasant experience and give the full five stars.

Fantastic used section, and very wide array of current books as well. Staff is always available and…read morehappy to help, and the discounts make it hard for you to leave without purchasing something.

I have been dying to come to The Ripped Bodice for so long and my husband had a random weekend off…read moreand decided he would take me. We are coming from San Diego so it was only a 2ish hour drive, we found parking right away which was really nice and I was so so excited to check it out. As soon as you step in you're greeted by such a whimsical display of books and I was instantly obsessed. The bookstore is really large and has so many great options for romance books, ya and some children's books plus tons of bookish merch. It was really hard to choose which book to get, but I ended up getting a paperback of Eldritch by Keri Lake, a magnetic book marker and a tote bag, thank you to my husband for that. I love the little Ripped Bodice tote, instead of a paper bag, they offered a reusable tote for I think $2-5? Which was a fun little souvenier! Also super dog friendly everyone was so sweet to our little Kodi!

I cannot say enough great things about this romance-focused independent bookstore. But here is a…read morevaliant attempt: 1. Expertise -- If you are new to the contemporary romance publishing scene, walk in here and be amazed. There are sooooooo many romance titles under every conceivable subgenre, and the choices are almost endless. But maybe you're looking to expand your list of favorite authors or dipping your toes into romance for the first time, and you feel overwhelmed. Fear not! Walk right up to the friendly staff and just throw out ideas. My friend asked for recommendations of romance that involves: (a) career women who takes care of everyone and needs to prioritize herself; (b) older women with life experience looking for love; (c) romance by black women about black women, just to name a few. The lovely staff member said, "I got you!" and proceeded to walk us around the store to show us her recommendations and share why she loves them. Her passion is infectious! My friend found a stack of books she's excited to read. 2. Creativity -- from the moment you walk in the door, the fanciful and whimsical decor catches your attention and exudes joy and wonder. But don't just admire the flying books all the way to the ceiling or the pink skeleton in a Ripped Bodice t-shirt. You must check out the "water closet" before you go. Trust me on this one. 3. Inclusion -- The Ripped Bodice doesn't just do romance, they do sex-positive, inclusive representation. You'll find curated selections on romance with disability and LGBTQ+ representation, romance by BIPOC authors, non-fiction books about women's sexual health and pleasure, menopause, polyamory, trans bodies, etc. and a gigantic LGBTQ+ rainbow flag made of romance covers. And have I mentioned their monthly stand-up comedy show, which features different comedians who have relatable and funny materials without the mysogynistic cringe. This place is a safe space for people of all genders and sexual orientations. 4. Community -- The spirit of community is everywhere in this amazing bookshop. You see pictures of the sisters who started and own the shop and their family (including kids) on the wall. They have book clubs for fans of historical, fantasy/paranormal, LGBTQ+ romance and more. They have a writing club that reads a book together and discusses what works and what could be better. They have book launches and author talks, including a ton of local authors as well as national phenoms. They attract people from all over and are ultra-local at the same time. And you feel like you belong, no matter who you are. Bonus: the store is in the heart of Culver City. Farmer's market, fancy ice cream, movie theatre, and a cafe that plays soccer all the time... they're all right here. 'Nuf said. Go check them out!!

Very small store, mostly books. One two sided rack of clothing on the day I visited. Definitely not…read moreworth a special trip. I think most people are here to drop off donations, and for that purpose I think it's ideal.

Mini Goodwill that's primarily books. They do have a clothing rack which they didn't used to years…read moreago. Not a big selection due to the size but if you wanna window shop it's not bad. Just don't be looking for anything particular especially clothes.

Opened in early 2021 I would say this is the most popular bookstore in Culver City and my favorite…read more It's located in the heart of downtown on the corner of two of the most popular streets. They also have a fantastic café inside so even if you're not searching for a book or magazine, it's still a great place to grab a bite or drink. There is a covered free parking lot in the back, but it was completely full when I visited so I found free street parking in the neighborhood in the block next to the bookstore. All of the staff that I encountered was very friendly as well. As mentioned the café, attached is terrific and I especially enjoyed their Vanilla Latte and the Turkey Avocado Panini. It was extremely fresh and I loved it. I was not able to find some of the history, business, or philosophy book titles I was searching for so they don't have a huge stock compared to some of the big chains, but I was able to find some alternate titles worth considering. Definitely worth stopping in if you are a bibliophile or in Culver City and I plan to visit again as well.

It's a super cute spot but omg a little crowded around like 11am to 12pm noon but I love that they…read morehave a decent variety of different genres of books, I live for the health section hehe however I got overwhelmed because of how tight the spaces was inside tbh The only thing I love is sitting in their large and fun looking orange chairs outside and the gift shop items inside "but pricey" It's best to come here when there's less crowd otherwise if I were to use this as a study place then I feel like I wouldn't concentrate well due to people moving around so much. I have phobia of people being really close to me since I really respect my little bubble space between other people (: Again, this would be a good place to visit if you like books and prefer the bookstore vibes with the cozy cafe atmosphere. I grew up with Barnes n Noble and that will be my only choice to check out books.

Woooow!!! What a fantastic selection of children's books! This store is huge but had so many books…read morededicated to kids of all ages! I walked in on a story reading time and so even that was a pleasant surprise! Everyone here was super nice! I appreciated their friendliness. :) Books are priced at retail. Support local independent bookstores!

Amazing service and great with kids. Massive selection of kids books, puzzles, and board games. My…read morekiddo has a hard time leaving from having so many books to browse and buy. Can't wait to go back!

Our ohana is affiliated with the Pauline cooperators so we always enjoy and look forward to…read morevisiting all the different Daughters of St Paul book and media stores. We were in Culver City for another event and made a point to swing by. This location is perfect for reaching out to the very challenging region of Southern California. Definitely an oasis of peace in a place that knows very little peace. The sister's are wonderful and welcoming. The Blessed Sacrament prayer chapel is open to all and is perfect for contemplation, meditation, and silent prayer. The selection of books, gifts, religious devotionals, and media is extensive and anything you want that you cannot find on the shelves, can be special ordered. Highly recommended. No peace? Know Jesus. Need a place to start the journey? Stop here first. Pax Christi

Shopping in Culver City, Los Angeles, California…read more.. On my list of places to visit was Pauline Books and Media... Because the stores in Honolulu and San Diego have closed for business. I was actually looking for a book that I couldn't find online. I thought that I could ask in person. Well... The Sister who helped me was very kind. She told me that the book was out of print and a new edition is in the works. Okay! I looked around the shop and found many gifts! Besides books and CDs/DVDs, there are also rosaries, Prayer Cards, gift bags, children's items, figurines, pouches, and more! If you need a gift for a Baptism, Holy Communion, or Confirmation, this is the perfect place to shop! There's also a Chapel in the back with a nice, comfy seating area in front of it - and a statue of Saint Paul near the door. I wrote some prayer requests in the book - so, I feel like I'm getting more help! I was glad that I found this Pauline Bookstore. There are others across the USA and one in Canada. Maybe I can visit those in the future...

Arcana is a very cool and modern bookstore in Culver City with a lot of different art books to…read moreperuse. You could definitely spend a good 1-2 hours in here!

This store is a dream come true for people who live books about culture, art, music and society…read more The service is personal and friendly and you can easily get lost there for hours, browse and sitting down for a deeper inquiry.

I had an excellent experience with this bike shop. I took in a mountain bike wheel and they had a…read morestuck rotor. I couldn't get it off and they were able to get it off for me. Excellent people very nice. I highly recommend this shop.

Norma was amazing! I took my e-bike with a flat tire to get it replaced down the street at Wheel…read moreWorld and they told me it would take a week and a half. They actually recommended I take it to Bikes and Books and although it looked closed from the outside, it wasn't! Norma welcomed me in and had my wheel replaced (I brought a new tire from Amazon with me) in under an hour and for $30 less than Wheel World quoted me.